The Taylor Grazing Act of 1934 was passed to mitigate Dust Bowl damage by:
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Correct answer: Limiting livestock numbers on public lands to prevent overuse and soil depletion
Overgrazing by cattle and sheep had contributed to the removal of protective vegetation. The act established grazing districts and a permit system to ensure that public lands were managed more sustainably.
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